Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries

Our mission: To help unite and equip the Body of Christ with food, resources, and training necessary to transform our communities and the lives of those in poverty and need through the love and saving grace of Jesus Christ.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When is HCDBM open?

Q: Can I make arrangements to bring a group to volunteer during times other than general operating hours?

A: Yes, arrangements can be made for groups to volunteer outside general operating hours such as evenings and weekends.

Q: If I volunteer with you, what will I be doing?

A: Volunteers are interviewed and matched with a variety of tasks based on available times and interests. A volunteer could be sorting food and clothing, packing boxes, or helping with a variety of other program related functions.Each ministry under the HCDBM umbrella has specific volunteer needs.

Q: How do I get started to be a volunteer?

A: Come by our campus at 38 Cascade Caverns Rd and complete a volunteer registration form. Or fill out our Volunteer Form online.

Q: How do I “Adopt a Family ?”

A: To begin the process send in a filled out volunteer application or call our Volunteer Dept. and tell them about your interest. You will be called in for an interview with the Client and Partner Services Dept. to discuss the requirements.

Q: Where do you get your food and other products?

A: We receive most of our food and products from partner organizations including the San Antonio Food Bank, Operation Blessing, HEB, and Wal-Mart to name a few. We are grateful that several local groups also conduct food drives for us throughout the year.

Q: Are all the boxes packed the same?

A: Yes, all boxes are packed with the same products and items. However, we do pack sugar-free boxes for diabetic clients.

Q: Do you have fresh produce ?

A: Yes, we do have fresh produce. The San Antonio Daily Bread donates a truckload of fresh produce each week. We include a variety of seasonal fruit and vegetables in each box every week.

Q: How many families do you serve?

A: In 2010, we served over 2,800 families (over 8,200 individuals) through our church partners, ministries, and affiliated agencies.